1960 Austin 7 vs. 1990 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Seville is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Seville (180 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 960 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Seville (324 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1990 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1990 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 7 | Seville |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 81 L |
